2008 Nissan Note vs. 2008 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Note and 2008 Renault Clio were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Note is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Note weights approximately 127 kg more than 2008 Renault Clio.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Nissan Note (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Note | 2008 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Note | Clio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1390 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
